Yamaha FZ1 Fazer vs MV Agusta Brutale 990R (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZ1 Fazerstacks up against the MV Agusta Brutale 990R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZ1 FazerMV Agusta Brutale 990R
Model year20152011
Price
Engine998 cc998 cc
Horsepower150 hp139 hp
Torque106 Nm106 Nm
Weight190 kg
Seat height32 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L6.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Optional ABS.Double disc. 4-piston
Rear brakesSingle disc. Optional ABSSingle disc. 4-piston
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17

Yamaha FZ1 Fazer vs MV Agusta Brutale 990R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZ1 Fazer and the MV Agusta Brutale 990R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZ1 Fazer brings 150 hp, while the MV Agusta Brutale 990R counters with 139 hp at 190 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: